Dhaka, Oct. 4 -- Attempts to break Israel's blockade on Gaza by sea are continuing despite repeated interceptions, with the latest seizures drawing condemnation from around the globe including Bangladesh.

The Global Sumud Flotilla, which set out with dozens of boats carrying humanitarian aid and international volunteers, has seen all of its vessels blocked by Israeli naval forces, according to organisers.

On Friday, the flotilla's organisers said the final vessel, Marinette, was intercepted at 10:29 am local time (0729 GMT), about 42.5 nautical miles from Gaza.

"Israeli naval forces have illegally intercepted all 42 of our vessels - each carrying humanitarian aid, volunteers, and the determination to break Israel's illegal siege," they s...